Rising since 2015, #8,860 for girls today.
Popularity of Hypatia since 2013
Babies named Hypatia per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2013, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Hypatia's real moment was 2025.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 50 |
| 2020s | 52 |
Meaning & origin
Hypatia is a name with deep historical roots, most famously associated with Hypatia of Alexandria, a brilliant philosopher and mathematician of the 4th century. In the United States, modern usage began in 2013, and as of 2025, the name ranks 8860 with a 1-in-146,115 birth rate. The name has been rising in popularity since 2015, peaking in 2025. While it does not yet appear in any top states by usage, its intellectual and historical resonance makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with substance.
Hypatia is a feminine name of Greek origin, derived from the Greek word 'hypatos' meaning 'highest' or 'supreme'. It was borne by Hypatia of Alexandria, a renowned philosopher, mathematician, and astronomer of the 4th-5th century CE. The name has been used sporadically in modern times, often inspired by her legacy.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Patia, Hypa
Sibling names for Hypatia
Names that share Hypatia's style, for a brother or sister.
